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Cambridge to Pontefract Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cambridge to Pontefract? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 74.65, with average prices for this route around QAR 81.21.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:56 Cambridge	09:02 Pontefract Tanshelf	3h 6m, Changes required	Find Tickets
05:57 Cambridge	09:02 Pontefract Tanshelf	3h 5m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:56 Cambridge	10:03 Pontefract Tanshelf	3h 7m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:57 Cambridge	10:03 Pontefract Tanshelf	3h 6m, Changes required	Find Tickets
07:56 Cambridge	11:02 Pontefract Tanshelf	3h 6m, Changes required	Find Tickets
08:55 Cambridge	12:03 Paris	3h 8m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cambridge to Pontefract Train Route Details

First train

05:56

Last train

21:00

Departure station

Cambridge

Arrival station

Pontefract

Journey time

2h 44m

Distance

120 miles

Price

QAR 74.65*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Pontefract

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cambridge to Pontefract can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cambridge to Pontefract for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cambridge to Pontefract, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cambridge to Pontefract ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cambridge to Pontefract Train Ticket Types

Save money on your trip from Cambridge to Pontefract with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

Trains from Cambridge to Pontefract from QAR 74.65

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Cambridge to Pontefract Train prices and times

Cambridge to Pontefract Train Route Details